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Posted 5/27/2012 10:34 PM (GMT 0)
Hi all,

Pretty sure my yucky cold has turned into a sinus infection which feels suspiciously like it might also turn into an ear infection or two before too long. I'm terrified to go on antibiotics tho! Are there any gut-friendly antibiotics I should steer my doc toward?

Ta and thanks,

Lisa
Posted 5/27/2012 10:56 PM (GMT 0)
I prefer Renew Life's entire line of probiotics, found at health food stores, in the fridge near yogurt and oils.

Right now I'm taking 50 billion count and taking 1 or 2, twice a day. Seems to be helping. Prior to this I was taking 80 billion at bedtime but I don't think it was enough. Spacing out my doses 12 hours apart is more beneficial, or so it seems.

I read somewhere that you should take this probiotic pill on a completely empty stomach. There are all types of strength's, starting with 15 billion count on up to 200.
Posted 5/27/2012 11:06 PM (GMT 0)
^^ antibiotic.

I would suggest the same probiotics as Marsky suggested to take at the same time of whatever antibiotic you end up taking. For Sinus infections, Zithromax works for me as did amoxicillin, Clavulin and Septra.

I guess it would depend on how serious your infection is...

Hope you feel better soon.

q
Posted 5/27/2012 11:32 PM (GMT 0)
Antibiotics are not the best option to treat a sinus infection. It was recently in the news that it could do more harm. Best way to ease a sinus infection is using a neti pot, decongestants (sparingly) and drink lots of water.
Posted 5/27/2012 11:38 PM (GMT 0)
uh, that's a good start, but unless one loves to suffer with a sinus infection, best to get it dealt with.

q
Posted 5/27/2012 11:56 PM (GMT 0)
I've done the zpac for a sinus infection with no ill effects. Just up whatever probiotic your using too to be on the safe side. Neti pots are great if you can use them. I don't think I could...kinda grosses me out. LOL Feel better.
Posted 5/28/2012 1:52 AM (GMT 0)
OH MY GOSH!!!

So sorry, missed that one, lone important detail now didn't I - antibiotic, not probiotic!!!

lol
Posted 5/28/2012 4:29 AM (GMT 0)
=8-O
Posted 5/28/2012 5:45 AM (GMT 0)
Z-pack's are gut friendly....and nice because they're only 5 pills and then you're done.
Posted 5/29/2012 4:54 AM (GMT 0)
You could look into Culturelle = 1 probiotic capsule taken nightly, 2 hours after your last antibiotic dose of the day. If you're still flaring, though, you probably should try the neti pot option 1st before pursuing antibiotic treatment. Good luck! / Old Hat (31 yrs with left-sided UC; presently in remission taking brandname Colazal)
Posted 5/29/2012 2:32 PM (GMT 0)
I do believe in antibiotics, but once you get it under control, watch your yeast and sugar. Often the imbalance effect your sinus's, gut and colon. Take your probiotics but stay away from yeast, bread and sugar as much as you can! It will help!!
Posted 5/29/2012 3:18 PM (GMT 0)
I have had cronic sinusitis for a very long time which means as long as I can remember. I recently been taking oregano oil for my colitis and in the last several weeks and have absolutly no sinus issues at all. A first ever for me. Not to mention my allergies this year were non existant. I have read that it helps trememdously with sinus ailments as it is a powerful natural antbiotic/antifungal. It cleared up my sinuses I can say that. I also noticed I regained alot of energy.

Steve
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